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The Census Bureau released its analysis of the 2020 census today. Here is their estimate of overcounts and undercounts of the four largest demographic groups: White and Asian people were overcounted more than in 2010, while Black and Hispanic people were undercounted more than in 2010. For researchers, this stuff gets weighted and corrected, but ...continue reading "Black and Hispanic residents were way undercounted in the 2020 census"

The family-owned pest control and prevention company has named a third-generation member as president of the St. Louis-based business.

EDWARDSVILLE - Junior Leticia Bennasar Lluy of Metro East Lutheran High School had a big season this year, averaging 9.2 points per game and 8.1 rebounds per game for the Knights. Leticia is the Metro East Lutheran High School Female Athlete of the Month. She said she would like to thank her parents for always helping her, taking her to basketball practices and games. "I also want to thank my coach Sonia Pons, from Spain for always making me work hard and not giving up and for trusting me as a player," she said. "And thanks to Mr. Stock for coaching me this season and making this a great basketball season for me." Leticia averaged 3.5 blocks per game during this season, 9.2 points per game, and 8.1 rebounds per game. "I also think that I had a lot of dedication for the team, going to all the games and practices," she said. "I’ve been playing basketball for 12 years now; I started when I was 4. The things that I like the most about basketball are that I got to meet a lot

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Missouri Senator Josh Hawley sits on the Senate Judiciary Committee which will take up Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination later this month.

SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois House of Representatives adopted a resolution sponsored by State Representative Amy Elik (R-Fosterburg) on Thursday to honor the life of South Roxana Fire Chief Todd Werner. “Chief Werner dedicated his life to public service in Madison County by serving as a first responder. His selfless commitment to the community won’t be forgotten,” said Rep. Elik. “After talking with other first responders in the county, it became evident that Chief Werner made a positive impact on the people who were fortunate to call him a friend.” Chief Werner worked in the fire service for 30 years. He joined the South Roxana Fire Department in 1996 and became the Fire Chief in 2013. Chief Werner had been employed by the Madison County Sheriff's Office for the last three years before his passing on July 1, 2021, at the age of 48. Werner was a member of the South Roxana Dad's Club and the Madison County Emergency Management Association; at the time of

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Today on TAP: Its editorialists, apparently, have never heard of Tucker Carlson.

Jackson Browne has joined the star-packed lineup of the 2022 Love Rocks NYC! benefit concert, which takes place tonight at the Beacon Theatre in New York City and also will…

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In a lawsuit filed Thursday, Planned Parenthood said Missouri officials' attempt to stop reimbursing the group for some medical procedures is unconstitutional and illegal.

Messenger: Remembering his family's past to connect with refugees seeking a new home.

EDWARDSVILLE - A prosecutor Wednesday said he may introduce evidence of the blood of murder victim Michael Ladd on the boot of Zachary Capers when the case comes to trial, but Capers' attorney indicated she may introduce an alibi defense and suggest an alternative suspect. Assistant State’s Attorney Jake Harlow said DNA analysis showed Michael Ladd’s blood on the heel of a boot that Capers wore. He argued at an evidence hearing before Associate Judge Neil Schroeder. Public Defender Mary Copeland told the judge she may suggest an alternative suspect. She said six people were interviewed after the death of Michael Ladd, 79, and Dr. Lois Ladd, 68, both of Edwardsville. The two were found stabbed to death at their residence on March 18, 2019. An employee of Lois Ladd had reported that she had not appeared at her office, as usual. Copeland argued that several associates of Michael Ladd’s construction company speculated that another man had killed the two

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The existing two-story Shannon’s building and parking garage would be demolished to make way for the apartment complex.

They remind drivers to be careful around snow plows and emergency vehicles and give them room to do their work.

Abe Givins sank into a leather armchair at the Cola Private Lounge in St. Louis on Saturday afternoon, as his company hosted a panel of doctors speaking about medical marijuana. …

ST LOUIS, MO. — Daylight saving time begins this Sunday, March 13, and the American Red Cross of Greater St. Louis reminds everyone to TURN your clocks forward one hour and TEST your smoke alarms. Did you know working smoke alarms can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half? That’s why it’s critical to “Turn and Test” and take these lifesaving steps to stay safe from home fires — the nation’s most frequent disaster: Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including inside and outside bedrooms and sleeping areas. Test alarms monthly and replace the batteries at least once a year if your model requires it. Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years or older. That’s because the sensor becomes less sensitive over time. Check the date of your smoke alarms and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Practice your two-minute escape plan . Make sure everyone in your household can get out in less than two minutes

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When asked about the news that she’d been selected to receive The St. Louis American’s 2022 Lifetime Achiever in Health Care award, Vetta L. Sanders Thompson said she was “definitely honored but overwhelmed.”

Each of the startups will participate in a 12-week accelerator program and receive $50,000 in seed funding as well as mentorship.